Colorado Calling

Answer the call of Colorado's majestic westward song, gliding through Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Nebraska and stopping for the evening in Kearney, NE.

Day 2

SEVEN FALLS: The Broadmoor's Seven Falls is known as Colorado's grandest mile, with seven magnificent cascading waterfalls. Once inside, you will be enveloped by cliffs and delighted by the seven "leaps" of the cascading water.

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Day 3

PIKES PEAK COG RAILWAY: Travel on the world's highest cog train ascending to 14,115 feet, while you view the magnificent panoramas that inspired the song "America the Beautiful".MANITOU SPRINGS: The day is yours to explore the fascinating architecture of the ancient Anasazi at the Manitou Cliff Dwellings, discover what two brothers found in 1881 at Cave of the Winds, or just enjoy some leisurely shopping in this historic town.GARDEN OF THE GODS: Imagine dramatic views and 300 ft. towering sandstone rock formations against a backdrop of snow-capped Pikes Peak and brilliant blue skies! You'll be amazed by this magical paradise.

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Day 4

US AIR FORCE ACADEMY: Attention! Learn what it is like to be a cadet and about the history of this branch of the Armed Services.CRIPPLE CREEK: Around every corner and on every street, you'll discover the remnants of the 1890s gold rush that made Cripple Creek famous. Once you have experienced the gold mine tour and lunch, you'll get to explore this famous gold rush town on your own.

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Day 5

US OLYMPIC TRAINING CENTER: See where up to 557 coaches and world-class athletes live, eat, train and evolve into champions.

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Day 6

DURHAM MUSEUM: Aftern an overnight stay in Lincoln, NE, visit one of Omaha's most unique treasures, Union Station. The museum housed inside offers a fascinating look at the history of the region.

ACTIVITY LEVEL 3 / HEAVY WALKING: Physical stamina required.
Stair climbing, longer periods of walking and/or standing may
be involved, along with higher elevations and longer days.
Participants must be able to keep up with group.